Senior IAS officer Alok Gupta has been promoted to the Apex Scale and appointed as Additional Chief Secretary to the Government of Rajasthan, with effect from January 1, 2026. The elevation marks a significant milestone in his administrative career and reflects the state government’s confidence in his experience and leadership at the highest levels of governance.
The appointment recognises Gupta’s long-standing service across key administrative roles within the Rajasthan government. Over the years, he has been closely involved in policy execution, institutional management, and coordination across departments, contributing to the state’s administrative capacity and governance outcomes.
As Additional Chief Secretary, Gupta will be associated with senior-level policy formulation, strategic planning, and inter-departmental coordination. The role carries wide-ranging responsibilities, including supporting the government’s development priorities, ensuring effective implementation of policy decisions, and strengthening administrative processes across departments.
In this capacity, Alok Gupta Additional Chief Secretary Rajasthan is expected to play an important role in reinforcing institutional leadership and facilitating coordination among senior officials, particularly at a time when states are navigating complex governance, fiscal, and development challenges.
His elevation to the Apex Scale places him among the most senior officers in the state administration and is expected to add depth and continuity to Rajasthan’s administrative leadership at the highest level.
